presented by the America's Promise Healthy Start Committee
Aurora Public Library Events The Aurora Public libraries offer events all summer long including Tween book discussion groups, LEGO club, Saturday afternoon crafts for kids, daily story time for tots, Teen Videographers club, adult computer classes and much more. Check out the Aurora Public Libary Event Calendar
The Aurora Police Department The program will bring youth and cops together through various activities, which will primarily be sporting and physical activity events. APAC has partnered with Moorehead Recreation Center to provide programming every Thursday from 3:30pm -- 5:30pm. For additional information call or email Sgt. Cassidee Carlson 303-739-6616 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting303-739-6616end_of_the_skype_highlighting begin_of_the_skype_highlighting303-739-6616end_of_the_skype_highlighting or ccarlson@auroragov.org
Volunteering The Aurora Volunteer Center is your connection to finding volunteer opportunities that make a difference in our community. Volunteering will provide you with an opportunity to make friends, improve your skills and discover new interests. Opportunities with the city of Aurora and with nonprofit organizations that serve Aurora range from one day events to ongoing volunteer positions. Email us at volunteer@auroragov.org or call 303-739-7759 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting303-739-7759end_of_the_skype_highlighting begin_of_the_skype_highlighting303-739-7759end_of_the_skype_highlighting. For more information, visit: https://www.auroragov.org/LivingHere/GivingBack/AuroraVolunteerCenter/index.htm
City of Aurora events and programs For all information, visit www.auroragov.org The City of Aurora hosts many summer events including:
Mobile Playground: Free for kids ages 6 and older. Board games, arts and crafts, team sports, educational activities and much more. May 29 - August 3 11:30am - 2:30pm Tuesdays at Village Green Recreation Center Wednesdays at Expo Recreation Center Thursdays at Summer Valley Recreation Center Fridays at Meadowood Recreation Center
3pm - 6pm Tuesdays at Plaza Townhomes Wednesdays at Villa Verde Apartments Thursdays at First Presbyterian Fridays at Weatherstone Apartments
Playgrounds with water features: Water spraygrounds at Great Plains Park and Red-tailed Hawk Part open May 26 and will be open daily 10 a.m.-7 p.m. thru early October (weather permitting).
Morrison Nature Center: Hikes, day camps and nature programs. 16002 E. Smith Rd. Aurora 303-739-2428 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting303-739-2428end_of_the_skype_highlighting
Banks in Harmony: FREE evening summer concert series held in various Aurora parks every Thursday evening from 6:30pm to 8pm. More info
Kidspree @ YumFest features live entertainment, taste food from some of the best food trucks and vendors in the city, fun family activities such as face painting, arts and crafts, games and much, much more on Saturday, July 14, from noon - 6 p.m. at Great Lawn at the Aurora Municipal Center, 15151 E. Alameda Parkway, 80012 More info
Recreation: Aurora offers high quality, affordable recreation programs & services that promote healthy, active lifestyles and a sense of community. Engaging programs, from cooking classes to dog obedience, as well as fitness, martial arts & yoga, allow individuals and families the opportunity to meet physical and social needs. For more information, visit the City of Aurora Summer Camp Guide and Quarterly Recreation Guide
Aurora Museums
Aurora History Museum: The only public, FREE museum in Aurora, Colorado, the Aurora History Museum is a community-based cultural center featuring changing history, natural history, culture, fine and decorative arts exhibits and programs. https://www.auroragov.org/ThingsToDo/ArtsandCulture/Museum/index.htm
Wings Over the Rockies: Summer is a great time to check out the educational and inspirational activities at Wings. They added six new, inter-active exhibits in the last 18 months, from a “Nose Art” exhibit to a new “Tribute to A Fighter Pilot” exhibit honoring both the venerable F-4 Phantom and fighter pilots from all eras. Special events range from our Wings Summer Camps to a B-17 fly-in at Centennial Airport and Air Force Tops in Blue Concert. http://www.wingsmuseum.org/
Aurora Fox Theater: Owned and operated by the City of Aurora Cultural Services Division, the 245-seat Aurora Fox is home to the Aurora Fox Theatre Company, a professional company widely recognized for its eclectic, high-quality fare, the Aurora Fox Studio Theatre a smaller black-box theatre where more cutting-edge works are produced, and the Aurora Fox Children's Theatre Company, which annually produces the popular Little Foxes Summer Theater for youngsters. For more info: http://www.aurorafoxartscenter.org/education/2012Summer.htm
Downtown Aurora Visual Arts (DAVA): DAVA art education programs foster the development of valuable skills that are critical to achieving success in work and life in the 21st century. These include learning and innovation skills such as creativity, critical thinking, and problem solving, as well as life and career skills such as responsibility, respect, self-direction, and leadership.DAVA offers drop-in sessions throughout the summer. For hours and location visit: http://www.davarts.org/
Salvation Army: The Salvation Army is now accepting applications for summer camps. Full and partial scholarships are available. More information: slatimer57@hotmail.com or call 303-597-0464 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting303-597-0464end_of_the_skype_highlighting begin_of_the_skype_highlighting303-597-0464end_of_the_skype_highlightingwww.highpeakcamp.info
Aurora YMCA: The Leadership in Training: Campers complete community service learning projects with a focus on developing character, leadership and team work skills. Each Thursday, the campers will do a fun field trip to locations such as Elitch’s and Waterworld. Web: denverymca.org Phone: 720-870-2221 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting720-870-2221end_of_the_skype_highlighting begin_of_the_skype_highlighting720-870-2221end_of_the_skype_highlighting Email: troberts@denverymca.org Registration Deadline: June 4, Camper ages: 11 to 16, Price Range: $90/week
Children's Ministry: We offer a variety of fun, exciting, spiritually-challenging summer camps and Vacation Bible School for your children. For more information, visit: http://www.coloradocommunity.org/children/
Smoky Hill Vineyard Kids: A religiously-based camp in SonRise National Forest. June 18 to 22 for ages preschool to 6th grade. For more information: http://www.shvchurch.org/kids.html
Art Students League of Denver -- KidART Camp: KidART Camp teaches students (K-11) the fundamentals of art through one and two week sessions offered throughout the summer. Youth can take classes that explore the use of a wide variety of art forms and mediums including drawing, painting, ceramics, and sculpture. Please call (303) 798-6990 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting(303) 798-6990end_of_the_skype_highlighting begin_of_the_skype_highlighting(303) 798-6990end_of_the_skype_highlighting begin_of_the_skype_highlighting(303) 798-6990end_of_the_skype_highlighting for a list of dates and more detailed information on registration for KidART Camp, or check out the Art Students League of Denver website at http://www.asld.org.
Hip Hop Camp (ages 10-16) Learn more about the origins and current trends of hip hop music and dancing. Please call (303) 326-8308 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting(303) 326-8308end_of_the_skype_highlighting begin_of_the_skype_highlighting(303) 326-8308 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting(303) 326-8308end_of_the_skype_highlightingend_of_the_skype_highlighting begin_of_the_skype_highlighting(303) 326-8308end_of_the_skype_highlighting
Adventure Camp at Family Sports Center - Enroll by the week or for the whole summer in the Family Sports Center’s Adventure Camp. The camp offers participants a wide variety of activities including ice skating, rock climbing, laser tag, mini-golf and sports such as lacrosse, soccer and flag football. Register online (http://www.ssprd.org) or call 303-708-9500 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting303-708-9500end_of_the_skype_highlighting begin_of_the_skype_highlighting303-708-9500end_of_the_skype_highlighting begin_of_the_skype_highlighting303-708-9500end_of_the_skype_highlighting. Fee includes weekly field trips, morning/afternoon snacks and lunch.
Sports
There are a variety of sports camps and competitive leagues for local youth of all ages and skill sets who are interested in starting a new sport or improving their game. To learn more about specific programs, schedules, and pricing, please go to the Aurora Youth League website (http://www.thearuroayouthleague.org) or the Arapahoe Youth League website (http://www.aylsports.net). You can also contact an AYO youth specialist at www.aurorayouthoptions.org
Aurora Youth 4 Success: Details coming. Typically, AY4S is a three-week program in July where teens get lunch and a choice of a career-oriented class. Classes include: KidsTek, auto shop, cosmetics, business, Art from Ashes, visual arts and more.
Teen Center hosted by Aurora Family YMCA @ The Lakehouse at Southshore. Now open at Southlands Mall! Open every Friday from 6:30-9:30pm Activities include: Foos Ball. Air hokey, Wii, crafts, movies and much more! Only $2 per visit. Located in suite 220 entrance next to Sola Salon Click on the title to download forms. For more information please call 720-810-7310 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting720-810-7310end_of_the_skype_highlighting begin_of_the_skype_highlighting720-810-7310end_of_the_skype_highlighting
Arapahoe and Douglas Counties Youth Works! is hosting a “Career Discovery” week for youth ages 14-21. Some industries that will be highlighted are Healthcare, Hospitality, IT and Energy. To register for this event, please visit http://www.adworks.org/index.php/events/category/4/2012/06/ or call A/D Works! Workforce Youth Resource Center at 303.636.1260 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting303.636.1260end_of_the_skype_highlighting begin_of_the_skype_highlighting303.636.1260end_of_the_skype_highlighting begin_of_the_skype_highlighting303.636.1260end_of_the_skype_highlighting
Information Technology June 4, 2012 2:00 – 4:00pm Arapahoe Room 6954 S. Lima Street Centennial CO 80112
Healthcare June 5, 2012 2:00 – 4:00pm Anthem College 350 Blackhawk Street Aurora CO 80011
Hospitality/Retail June 6, 2012 2:00 – 4:00pm Arapahoe Room 6954 S. Lima Street Centennial CO 80112
Energy June 7, 2012 2:00 – 4:00pm Arapahoe Room 6954 S. Lima Street Centennial CO 80112
Daily Activity Ideas:
- Visit the Rocky Mountain Arsenal to see wildlife in the city - Visit Dinosaur Ridge in west Denver to see real dinosaur bones - Make a family bulletin board - Tour the Denver Mint - Tour the State Capital building - Colorado Sports Hall of Fame - Children's Museum - Free on the first Tuesday of every month
Welcome to the Aurora Summer 2012 Activities Page
presented by the America's Promise Healthy Start CommitteeAurora Public Library Events
The Aurora Public libraries offer events all summer long including Tween book discussion groups, LEGO club, Saturday afternoon crafts for kids, daily story time for tots, Teen Videographers club, adult computer classes and much more. Check out the Aurora Public Libary Event Calendar
The Aurora Police Department
The program will bring youth and cops together through various activities, which will primarily be sporting and physical activity events. APAC has partnered with Moorehead Recreation Center to provide programming every Thursday from 3:30pm -- 5:30pm. For additional information call or email Sgt. Cassidee Carlson 303-739-6616 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 303-739-6616 end_of_the_skype_highlighting begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 303-739-6616 end_of_the_skype_highlighting or ccarlson@auroragov.org
Volunteering
The Aurora Volunteer Center is your connection to finding volunteer opportunities that make a difference in our community. Volunteering will provide you with an opportunity to make friends, improve your skills and discover new interests. Opportunities with the city of Aurora and with nonprofit organizations that serve Aurora range from one day events to ongoing volunteer positions. Email us at volunteer@auroragov.org or call 303-739-7759 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 303-739-7759 end_of_the_skype_highlighting begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 303-739-7759 end_of_the_skype_highlighting. For more information, visit: https://www.auroragov.org/LivingHere/GivingBack/AuroraVolunteerCenter/index.htm
City of Aurora events and programs
For all information, visit www.auroragov.org
The City of Aurora hosts many summer events including:
Mobile Playground: Free for kids ages 6 and older. Board games, arts and crafts, team sports, educational activities and much more.
May 29 - August 3
11:30am - 2:30pm
Tuesdays at Village Green Recreation Center
Wednesdays at Expo Recreation Center
Thursdays at Summer Valley Recreation Center
Fridays at Meadowood Recreation Center
3pm - 6pm
Tuesdays at Plaza Townhomes
Wednesdays at Villa Verde Apartments
Thursdays at First Presbyterian
Fridays at Weatherstone Apartments
Playgrounds with water features: Water spraygrounds at Great Plains Park and Red-tailed Hawk Part open May 26 and will be open daily 10 a.m.-7 p.m. thru early October (weather permitting).
Morrison Nature Center: Hikes, day camps and nature programs. 16002 E. Smith Rd. Aurora 303-739-2428 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 303-739-2428 end_of_the_skype_highlighting
Banks in Harmony: FREE evening summer concert series held in various Aurora parks every Thursday evening from 6:30pm to 8pm. More info
Kidspree @ YumFest features live entertainment, taste food from some of the best food trucks and vendors in the city, fun family activities such as face painting, arts and crafts, games and much, much more on Saturday, July 14, from noon - 6 p.m. at Great Lawn at the Aurora Municipal Center, 15151 E. Alameda Parkway, 80012 More info
Recreation: Aurora offers high quality, affordable recreation programs & services that promote healthy, active lifestyles and a sense of community. Engaging programs, from cooking classes to dog obedience, as well as fitness, martial arts & yoga, allow individuals and families the opportunity to meet physical and social needs. For more information, visit the City of Aurora Summer Camp Guide and Quarterly Recreation Guide
Aurora Museums
Aurora History Museum: The only public, FREE museum in Aurora, Colorado, the Aurora History Museum is a community-based cultural center featuring changing history, natural history, culture, fine and decorative arts exhibits and programs. https://www.auroragov.org/ThingsToDo/ArtsandCulture/Museum/index.htmWings Over the Rockies: Summer is a great time to check out the educational and inspirational activities at Wings. They added six new, inter-active exhibits in the last 18 months, from a “Nose Art” exhibit to a new “Tribute to A Fighter Pilot” exhibit honoring both the venerable F-4 Phantom and fighter pilots from all eras. Special events range from our Wings Summer Camps to a B-17 fly-in at Centennial Airport and Air Force Tops in Blue Concert. http://www.wingsmuseum.org/
SCFD Free Days
Denver Art Museum: June 6, July 2, Aug. 6 http://www.denverartmuseum.org/Denver Botanic Gardens: June 3, July 1, Aug. 5 http://www.botanicgardens.org/
Denver Museum of Nature and Science: Aug. 22, Aug. 28 http://www.dmns.org/
Children's Museum: Free on the first Tuesday of every month http://www.mychildsmuseum.org/
Summer Camp Guides
Websites:City of Aurora Summer Camp Guide
Aurora Sentinel Summer Camp Guide
Denver Post Summer Camp Guide
PDFs:Featured Day Camps
Aurora Fox Theater: Owned and operated by the City of Aurora Cultural Services Division, the 245-seat Aurora Fox is home to the Aurora Fox Theatre Company, a professional company widely recognized for its eclectic, high-quality fare, the Aurora Fox Studio Theatre a smaller black-box theatre where more cutting-edge works are produced, and the Aurora Fox Children's Theatre Company, which annually produces the popular Little Foxes Summer Theater for youngsters. For more info: http://www.aurorafoxartscenter.org/education/2012Summer.htmDowntown Aurora Visual Arts (DAVA): DAVA art education programs foster the development of valuable skills that are critical to achieving success in work and life in the 21st century. These include learning and innovation skills such as creativity, critical thinking, and problem solving, as well as life and career skills such as responsibility, respect, self-direction, and leadership. DAVA offers drop-in sessions throughout the summer. For hours and location visit: http://www.davarts.org/
Salvation Army: The Salvation Army is now accepting applications for summer camps. Full and partial scholarships are available. More information: slatimer57@hotmail.com or call 303-597-0464 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 303-597-0464 end_of_the_skype_highlighting begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 303-597-0464 end_of_the_skype_highlighting www.highpeakcamp.info
Aurora YMCA: The Leadership in Training: Campers complete community service learning projects with a focus on developing character, leadership and team work skills. Each Thursday, the campers will do a fun field trip to locations such as Elitch’s and Waterworld. Web: denverymca.org Phone: 720-870-2221 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 720-870-2221 end_of_the_skype_highlighting begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 720-870-2221 end_of_the_skype_highlighting Email: troberts@denverymca.org Registration Deadline: June 4, Camper ages: 11 to 16, Price Range: $90/week
Children's Ministry: We offer a variety of fun, exciting, spiritually-challenging summer camps and Vacation Bible School for your children. For more information, visit: http://www.coloradocommunity.org/children/
Smoky Hill Vineyard Kids: A religiously-based camp in SonRise National Forest. June 18 to 22 for ages preschool to 6th grade. For more information: http://www.shvchurch.org/kids.html
Art Students League of Denver -- KidART Camp: KidART Camp teaches students (K-11) the fundamentals of art through one and two week sessions offered throughout the summer. Youth can take classes that explore the use of a wide variety of art forms and mediums including drawing, painting, ceramics, and sculpture. Please call (303) 798-6990 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting (303) 798-6990 end_of_the_skype_highlighting begin_of_the_skype_highlighting (303) 798-6990 end_of_the_skype_highlighting begin_of_the_skype_highlighting (303) 798-6990 end_of_the_skype_highlighting for a list of dates and more detailed information on registration for KidART Camp, or check out the Art Students League of Denver website at http://www.asld.org.
Hip Hop Camp (ages 10-16) Learn more about the origins and current trends of hip hop music and dancing. Please call (303) 326-8308 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting (303) 326-8308 end_of_the_skype_highlighting begin_of_the_skype_highlighting (303) 326-8308 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting (303) 326-8308 end_of_the_skype_highlighting end_of_the_skype_highlighting begin_of_the_skype_highlighting (303) 326-8308 end_of_the_skype_highlighting
Adventure Camp at Family Sports Center - Enroll by the week or for the whole summer in the Family Sports Center’s Adventure Camp. The camp offers participants a wide variety of activities including ice skating, rock climbing, laser tag, mini-golf and sports such as lacrosse, soccer and flag football. Register online (http://www.ssprd.org) or call 303-708-9500 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 303-708-9500 end_of_the_skype_highlighting begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 303-708-9500 end_of_the_skype_highlighting begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 303-708-9500 end_of_the_skype_highlighting. Fee includes weekly field trips, morning/afternoon snacks and lunch.
Sports
There are a variety of sports camps and competitive leagues for local youth of all ages and skill sets who are interested in starting a new sport or improving their game. To learn more about specific programs, schedules, and pricing, please go to the Aurora Youth League website (http://www.thearuroayouthleague.org) or the Arapahoe Youth League website (http://www.aylsports.net). You can also contact an AYO youth specialist at www.aurorayouthoptions.orgTeen Summer Programs and Employment
Teen Job Hunting Websites:snagajob.com
groovejob.com
Aurora Youth 4 Success: Details coming. Typically, AY4S is a three-week program in July where teens get lunch and a choice of a career-oriented class. Classes include: KidsTek, auto shop, cosmetics, business, Art from Ashes, visual arts and more.
Teen Center hosted by Aurora Family YMCA @ The Lakehouse at Southshore. Now open at Southlands Mall! Open every Friday from 6:30-9:30pm Activities include: Foos Ball. Air hokey, Wii, crafts, movies and much more! Only $2 per visit. Located in suite 220 entrance next to Sola Salon Click on the title to download forms. For more information please call 720-810-7310 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 720-810-7310 end_of_the_skype_highlighting begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 720-810-7310 end_of_the_skype_highlighting
Arapahoe and Douglas Counties Youth Works! is hosting a “Career Discovery” week for youth ages 14-21. Some industries that will be highlighted are Healthcare, Hospitality, IT and Energy. To register for this event, please visit http://www.adworks.org/index.php/events/category/4/2012/06/ or call A/D Works! Workforce Youth Resource Center at 303.636.1260 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 303.636.1260 end_of_the_skype_highlighting begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 303.636.1260 end_of_the_skype_highlighting begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 303.636.1260 end_of_the_skype_highlighting
Information Technology
June 4, 2012 2:00 – 4:00pm
Arapahoe Room 6954 S. Lima Street Centennial CO 80112
Healthcare
June 5, 2012 2:00 – 4:00pm
Anthem College 350 Blackhawk Street Aurora CO 80011
Hospitality/Retail
June 6, 2012 2:00 – 4:00pm
Arapahoe Room 6954 S. Lima Street Centennial CO 80112
Energy
June 7, 2012 2:00 – 4:00pm
Arapahoe Room 6954 S. Lima Street Centennial CO 80112
Daily Activity Ideas:
- Visit the Rocky Mountain Arsenal to see wildlife in the city- Visit Dinosaur Ridge in west Denver to see real dinosaur bones
- Make a family bulletin board
- Tour the Denver Mint
- Tour the State Capital building
- Colorado Sports Hall of Fame
- Children's Museum - Free on the first Tuesday of every month
More Summer Break Ideas for families: